NEWPORT, Ky. — No matter what you’re watching on TV or where you go, it likely feels like the phrase “6-7” follows you everywhere.

It’s popular among kids, but for most adults it begs the question: What does “6-7” mean? Believe it or not, a big part of the viral meme is thanks to one basketball phenom.

Kansas basketball commit Taylen Kinney was born and raised in Newport, Kentucky. His family owns Riverfront Pizza in Covington, where Kinney spent time bussing tables and washing dishes.

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Since then, Kinney has earned a reputation as one of the best basketball prospects in the country.

Learn how Kinney played a role in the viral meme in the video below: Where does the phrase '6-7' come from?

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